What is the current water temperature in Mombasa?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Mombasa?

As of now, in Mombasa, the water temperature is 28.61°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Mombasa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mombasa. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

83.5

°F

November 21, 16:22

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

83.5°F

Tomorrow:

83.6°F

Sunrise:

05:58

Sunset:

18:17

Day Length:

12 h. 19 min.

Mombasa in November

Minimum:

80.1°F

Average:

82.1°F

Maximum:

83.8°F

Sea water temperature in Mombasa today

As of now, in Mombasa, the water temperature is 83.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.1°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 81.0°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 83.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 83.6°F, while the maximum might reach 84.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Mombasa

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	82.5°F	82.1°F	81.3°F
Nov 8	82.8°F	81.8°F	81.4°F
Nov 9	82.8°F	81.9°F	81.3°F
Nov 10	83.0°F	82.2°F	81.5°F
Nov 11	83.1°F	82.2°F	81.6°F
Nov 12	83.2°F	82.1°F	81.8°F
Nov 13	83.4°F	82.4°F	81.9°F
Nov 14	83.4°F	82.6°F	82.0°F
Nov 15	83.0°F	82.7°F	82.1°F
Nov 16	82.7°F	82.6°F	82.0°F
Nov 17	83.2°F	82.5°F	82.0°F
Nov 18	83.2°F	82.3°F	82.0°F
Nov 19	83.0°F	82.3°F	82.0°F
Nov 20	83.5°F	82.6°F	82.1°F
Nov 21	83.5°F	82.5°F	81.9°F
Nov 22	83.6°F	82.8°F	82.0°F
Nov 23	83.7°F	82.9°F	82.2°F
Nov 24	83.9°F	83.0°F	82.3°F
Nov 25	83.9°F	82.9°F	82.3°F
Nov 26	84.0°F	82.9°F	82.5°F
Nov 27	84.0°F	82.7°F	82.5°F
Nov 28	84.2°F	82.8°F	82.6°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Mombasa by month

In Mombasa, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Mombasa was recorded on March 18, 2024, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 15, 2022, dipping to 76.5°F. The average readings by season are 82.3°F in Winter, 83.6°F in Spring, 79.1°F in Summer, and 80.1°F in Autumn.